Veteran Washington Sports Reporter Rick Snider Passes Away

Washington, D.C., August 27, 2025 - Longtime Washington sports journalist Rick Snider, renowned for his decades of coverage of the Washington Commanders franchise, died Tuesday afternoon after suffering a stroke on August 11. He was 66.

Rick Snider’s friend and colleague Dennis Tuttle confirmed the news in a post on X, writing, “Godspeed to @Snide_Remarks, the hardest-working guy I know. Rick suffered a stroke Aug. 11 and died peacefully this afternoon. We were friends for 38 years, worked on many projects together, and rarely went more than a few days without staying in touch. I’m devastated by this loss”.

A fixture in the Washington sports media landscape, Snider chronicled the Commanders-formerly the Redskins-for over 40 years across outlets including 106.7 The Fan, The Washington Post Express, and Yardbreaker. He conducted guided tours of the capital, produced popular podcasts, and authored eleven books on local sports history. In 2002, he earned the Dateline Award from the Society of Professional Journalists for his coverage of the September 11 attacks.

In a statement released Wednesday, the Washington Commanders organization expressed deep regret at his passing: “On behalf of the entire Commanders organization, we want to offer our condolences to the family and friends of Rick Snider, who passed away today. Rick was a consummate professional who covered the franchise with class for over 40 years. His combination of tremendous knowledge of the game, understanding of the franchise’s history, ability to connect with people from different backgrounds and his quick wit made his coverage unique and compelling. Rick was a great man and an absolute joy to be around. His presence on the Commanders beat will be sorely missed.”

Tributes have poured in from former colleagues, athletes, and fans who praised Snider’s warmth, wit, and dedication. NFL podcaster Matt “Cones” Cones recalled, “Rick would always send me a copy of his latest book and include a personal note. I’m going to miss him for sure and the world won’t be the same without him”.

A Washington native, Snider remained engaged with the sports community until his final days, continuing to contribute columns and analysis. He is survived by his wife, two children, and a wide circle of friends across the regional sports world. A private funeral service will be held later this week, with plans for a public memorial to be announced.